Amsterdam vs Cape Town — Travel Comparison 2026

City Comparison · 2026

Amsterdam

Netherlands

Cape Town

South Africa

Which one is right for your trip?

Side-by-Side Comparison

Metric	Amsterdam	Cape Town
Daily Budget	€80–120 / day	R800–1,500 / day (~€45–85)
Best Time to Visit	Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct	Nov–Mar
Vloggers Analyzed	19	6
Mapped Spots	218	104

Quick Verdict

Budget Winner

Amsterdam

Amsterdam is cheaper

Coverage Winner

Amsterdam

Amsterdam has more vlogger coverage

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Frequently Asked Questions

Amsterdam has a daily budget of €80–120 / day, while Cape Town costs around R800–1,500 / day (~€45–85) per day. Amsterdam is the more budget-friendly option.

Both Amsterdam and Cape Town are excellent destinations. Amsterdam is great for Amsterdam, while Cape Town is known for Cape Town. It depends on your travel style.

The best time to visit Amsterdam is Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct. For Cape Town, the recommended time is Nov–Mar. Plan accordingly to avoid peak season crowds.

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